Women are affected by this disease of joints mostly at the time of menopause. Although it is a problem related to the kidney malfunction most badly affected parts include knee joints, elbows, and wrist. There may be swelling and inflammation on the affected area. Sometimes the urinary tract and kidneys and skin may also suffer from deposition of uric acid crystals. The first few symptoms of gout include severe pain in the affected joints such as toes, knees, etc. later the symptoms become severe and are accompanied by fever, lost sleep, lost appetite. Though the primary reason for gout is formation of uric acid crystals and their deposition at various places in the tissues, there are certain other factors which lead to gout in some people. These include excessive consumption of alcohol, use of foods highly rich in carbohydrates, consumption of foods that lead to the formation of uric acid in high quantum.
There are several home gout remedies that provide relief to the gout patients. These medicines should be consumed daily for best results. Vitamin C in fluid form helps in dissolving uric acid crystals and thus treating gout completely. A mixture of lemon inn water can be a good source of vitamin C. patients of gout should consume this gout remedy at least thrice a day. Fluid intake is utmost important if body waste has to be properly removed. About six to eight ounces of fluids including water is a good gout remedy for the patients. It helps prevent formation of uric acid crystals and formation of stones in kidneys and gall bladder.
Fresh fruits and vegetables have said to be one of the best gout remedies. These may be taken raw but their juices are even more effective. A mixture of beet juice (100 ml), cucumber juice (100 ml) and carrot juice (300 ml) makes up a good gout remedy for its patients. Juice of French beans is also an effective natural gout cure. It reduces the inflammation and swelling in the affected parts and thus helps in curing of the disease. A paste of grounded mustard powder and wheat powder in water if applied externally helps in reducing gout inflammation and swelling. It provides relief from extreme pain in gout affected areas. Gout patients should dip their inflammated toes and knees in a mixture of water and Epsom salt to get relief from excessive gout inflammation and pain which is more acute during night hours. Mix equal quantities of water and vinegar and add pepper to it. Application of this mixture on the affected part helps in gout relief.
Increased consumption of fruits such as apples, cherries and bananas acts as a gout remedy for gout patients. Apples have malic acid and bananas contain phosphorous. These react with uric acid and neutralize its ill effects. One apple after each meal and 6-8 bananas are suggested gout remedies for gout sufferers. Use of diets rich in vitamin C, such as lemons, tomatoes, green leafy vegetables and green pepper helps in reducing uric acid quantities from the body.
Try the above mentioned home gout remedies and get away from this painful disease.